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Diabetes and Serious Mental Illness: Future Directions for Ontario

A report based on discussions at CMHA Ontario’s think tank on diabetes and serious mental illness. The report recommends action to improve collaboration between primary health care, diabetes education and mental health services; to advance policies to increase attention and resources for this population; and to develop strategies to expand […]Continue readingDiabetes and Serious Mental Illness: Future Directions for Ontario

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The Relationship between Mental Health, Mental Illness and Chronic Physical Conditions

Mental health and physical health are fundamentally linked. People living with a serious mental illness are at higher risk of experiencing a wide range of chronic physical conditions. Conversely, people living with chronic physical health conditions experience depression and anxiety at twice the rate of the general population.Continue readingThe Relationship between Mental Health, Mental Illness and Chronic Physical Conditions

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What Is the Fit Between Mental Health, Mental Illness and Ontario’s Approach to Chronic Disease Prevention and Management?

This discussion paper explores the relationship between chronic disease, mental illness and mental health. It is intended to initiate dialogue about the issues and opportunities inherent in Ontario’s shift towards improved chronic disease prevention and management, and to be a foundation for consultations and discussions with people with mental illnesses, […]Continue readingWhat Is the Fit Between Mental Health, Mental Illness and Ontario’s Approach to Chronic Disease Prevention and Management?

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Poverty and Mental Illness

People with mental illness often live in chronic poverty. Conversely, poverty can be a significant risk factor for poor physical and mental health. The relationship between poverty and mental illness is both straightforward and complex. Understanding this broader context is key to addressing poverty in order to promote mental health and support the recovery of […]Continue readingPoverty and Mental Illness

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A Focus on Addictions and Mental Health: Review of LHIN Integrated Health Service Plans

A review of the Local Health Integration Network (LHIN) first integrated health service plans (IHSP) was undertaken by the partnership of Addictions Ontario, the Canadian Mental Health Association Ontario, the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health and the Ontario Federation of Community Mental Health and Addiction Programs. The purpose of this review was to assess […]Continue readingA Focus on Addictions and Mental Health: Review of LHIN Integrated Health Service Plans

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